Careers

Supervisor of Taxation

Full-Time Position 35 hours/week 

Work location

City of Clarence-Rockland

Position summary

Under the direction of Treasurer/Director of Finance, the Supervisor of Taxation is primarily responsible for the preparation and issuance of interim and final property tax bills. The incumbent also reviews the City’s assessment base and ensures the accuracy of the assessment roll for property taxation purposes. The incumbent acts as the representative of the City with the Assessment Review Board and the property owners’ appellant in assessment issues. Oversees the collection of all tax arrears and interacts and builds partnerships with key personnel or other relevant stakeholders of Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) and the consultants of Municipal Tax Equity (MTE Consultants Inc.). Distributes funds to all school boards and the upper tier government that have been collected for them during the years. Supervises the Tax Clerk and the Utility Clerk in the functions of their work. 

Requirements

• Must have a college diploma in accounting or a university degree in administration-option accounting.
• Must have three (3) to five (5) years of finance experience. Experience in the municipal assessment and tax environment would be an asset. 
• Must have three (3) to five (5) years experience at the employee management level (in a unionized environment is an asset) or equivalent.
• Comprehensive knowledge of municipal finance-related legislation/regulations including the Municipal Act and Property Assessment and Taxation Act.
• Must have a clear understanding of all aspects of municipal taxation.
• Knowledge of the tax sale process.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public, with an emphasis on customer service, in both official languages, written and spoken (French and English). 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to establish priorities and meet deadlines.   
• Ability to work independently with minimum support/direction and as part of a team. 
• Attention to detail, knowledge of employee management procedures. 
• Must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.  

Asset:

• Completed the Municipal Tax Administration Program.
• Knowledge of VADIM software.
• Professional Certifications: Associate member of the Institute of Municipal Assessors (AIMA), Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) or Ontario Municipal Taxation and Revenue Association (OMTRA).  

Salary

As per the non-unionized salary scale $79 576 to $99 469.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.  

Interested candidates are requested to upload their resume using the "Submit Your Application" form by 4:00 p.m., January 3, 2025.  It is important to enter the job title Supervisor of Taxation in the space provided on the form.

Job Posting # 2024-057

Senior Planner (Planner III)

Full-Time Position 35 hours/week 

Work location

City of Clarence-Rockland

Position summary

Under the direction of the Manager of Development, the Senior Planner responsible for Zoning and Official Plan Amendment as well as Site Plan and Subdivision applications. His role is to ensure the City’s proper development through the application of various Federal, Provincial, County and Local laws and by-laws. The Planner must plan for the present while considering the future needs of the population. The Senior Planner will work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or master’s degree in Urban planning or bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (Geography).  

Professional Association: Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) and Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) membership or candidate member. 

• Must have a minimum of four (4) years of planning experience.
• Knowledge of municipal operations and the organisational structure. 
• Knowledge of the development process, Planning Act, Municipal Act, LPAT, planning principles and practices. 
• Ability to perform tasks requiring the use of analytical and/or interpretation skills. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with other staff and/or giving and receiving information outside the organization. Must be able to relay planning information effectively without ambiguity.  
• Ability to interpret maps, engineering plans, surveys, architectural plans, and drawings. 
• Effective interpersonal skills, which include conflict resolution skills. 
• Ability to interpret and apply the policies/regulations contained in the Provincial Policy Statements, the County Official Plan, the City Official Plans, and the Zoning by-law. 
• Ability to work effectively, independently, and courteously, with the ability to respect confidentiality. 
• Demonstrated high standard of quality, accuracy, and attention to detail. 
• Ability to work with difficult people/clients. Ability to remain calm. 
• Ability to multi-task within specific time constraints and demonstrate high prioritizing skills. 

• Computer skills (MS Office and GIS) 
• Strong presentation skills. 
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both official languages.
• Valid Class “G” driver’s license. 

Salary

The City of Clarence-Rockland offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefit package as well as a pension plan.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.

Interested candidates are requested to upload their resume using the "Submit Your Application" form.   It is important to enter the job title  Senior Planner (Planner III) in the space provided on the form. 

Job Posting #2023-034